1. (a) Except as provided in section 16 of this chapter, an individual who applies for an independent adjuster license under this chapter must pass a written examination that is:

   1. (1) developed and conducted according to rules adopted by the commissioner under IC 4-22-2 ; and

   2. (2) intended to test the knowledge of the individual concerning:

      1. (A) the lines of authority in which the individual has applied for licensing under this chapter;
      2. (B) the duties and responsibilities of an independent adjuster; and
      3. (C) Indiana insurance law.
2. (b) The commissioner may contract with a nongovernmental entity to administer the written examination required by this section.
3. (c) An individual described in subsection (a) shall remit, with the application to take the written examination required by this section, a nonrefundable examination fee in an amount set by the commissioner or the organization administering the examination.

4. (d) If an individual:

   1. (1) fails to appear for or to pass an examination; and

   2. (2) desires to reschedule the examination;

      the individual shall reapply for the written examination and remit all fees and forms before scheduling an examination date.

As added by P.L.11-2011, SEC.22.